MISSOULA, Mont. — An uptick in swan and geese numbers were reported at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area near Choteau on Sunday, as the spring migration gets underway. Bird counters spotted ...

The primary purpose of the egg and nest removal program is to prevent bacteria found in goose and swan feces, particularly E.

"Swan numbers increased significantly overnight and are now near average for this time of year," bird counters note. "Light geese also increased, but remain below average. Duck numbers are also ...

State Department of Environmental Conservation Officers said Wednesday they recently rescued a swan from a Schoharie County highway.